I’m currently on a career break and slow travelling around SE Asia, starting with Malaysia with a flexible route. I’m from England and have lived in London for the past 10 years, and moved around before that (Manchester-midWales-Belfast-Liverpool-China). I have worked in education development roles, most recently in the charity sector supporting and advocating for improved working conditions in schools, influencing government and the sector. I’m vegetarian 🌱 and love animals and the outdoors - would love to volunteer with schools, animals or sustainable projects while I’m away. I also have a dog back home who I miss all the time so if you’ve got a pet then I’d love to say hi!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet local people and to connect with fellow travellers!

Interests

• wildlife
• arts
• writing
• poetry
• photography
• education
• vegetarian
• vegan
• walking
• reading
• live music
• cycling
• hiking
• volunteering
• gigs
• eco tourism

Music, Movies, and Books

I love live music and can be convinced to go and see anything. I have a growing and diverse record collection and tend to pick a new record up from cities I visit as my personal memorabilia. I studied English, Drama and later Writing so I love talking about arts and would always be happy to go to a gig, a play, a reading, or an open mic.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

My family are big walkers and I’ve always loved being out in the hills. Together with my brothers I completed the UK national 3 peaks challenge in 23 hours. With friends I once walked 46 miles across Wales - in one day! And most recently I solo trekked for four days on the very sandy Rota Vincentina.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Conversation on books, politics, culture, education, and games / co-cooking!

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Malta, Morocco, Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Scotland, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, Turkey, United States, Vatican City State, Viet Nam, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, England, Northern Ireland, Wales